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  • Thousands of Children Under Five in Gaza Face Severe Malnutrition

    Thousands of Children Under Five in Gaza Face Severe Malnutrition

    The head of IranS⁢ Red Crescent Society, in a message to the leaders of national societies worldwide, expressed deep concern over the severe malnutrition affecting thousands of children in Gaza and called for urgent intervention to prevent a humanitarian catastrophe.

    According to the English section of webangah News agency, ​citing Mehr​ News Agency, the president of Iran’s ‍Red Crescent Society sent a message to his counterparts‌ globally, highlighting alarming ​levels of severe malnutrition among Gaza’s children and urging ​immediate action to contain this dire humanitarian crisis.

    The message from Pirhossein Kolivand reads:

    “On behalf of the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) and the National Committee for Humanitarian Law (INCHL), I wish to draw ​your urgent attention to the grave humanitarian disaster unfolding in Gaza. Recent reports and statements from UNICEF, the World Health Institution (WHO), United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine⁤ Refugees ‌(UNRWA), and Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) all confirm⁣ that conditions on the ground are‌ critical and require swift, coordinated humanitarian ​intervention.

    The people of Gaza face unimaginable suffering: widespread malnutrition, hunger, and extreme shortages ⁢in access‍ to food and clean water have pushed countless children and⁣ civilians into life-threatening conditions. The destruction of⁤ hospitals and health infrastructure has severely disrupted ⁢essential medical services, ​worsening an already ⁣catastrophic situation. Over 50,000 children have been​ killed or injured⁤ while thousands more suffer from severe malnutrition.”

    Since October 2023, WHO has recorded more than 725 attacks on healthcare facilities. Hospitals like Kamal Adwan Hospital, Indonesia Hospital, Hamad Rehabilitation⁢ & Prosthetics Hospital, alongside Gaza European Hospital have ceased medical services ⁣due to thier proximity to conflict zones-further deteriorating humanitarian conditions. Women’s health is especially endangered-especially for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers. UNICEF reports that by April 2025 eighty children have died from malnutrition-a 54 percent increase within‍ less than three months-with thousands ‍under five years old ⁣at risk of‍ severe undernourishment.

    The Iranian‌ Red Crescent Society alongside INCHL calls on all national Red Cross and Red Crescent⁣ Societies worldwide to reaffirm their vital mission by taking immediate action ⁣supporting ​affected populations.

    Pursuant to Common Article 2 ⁤of the 1949 Geneva Conventions, member states bear responsibility for respecting international humanitarian law obligations protecting civilian dignity during armed conflicts. ⁢We ⁢urge national societies everywhere urgently issue public statements; actively engage with their governments; pressure diplomatically for:

    – An immediate cessation of all hostilities impacting civilians or humanitarian operations within ⁢Gaza,
    – Unhindered facilitation allowing delivery of aid supplies and medical services,
    – Accountability ‌measures ending impunity for violations against international humanitarian⁣ law.”

    This ongoing crisis underscores our collective commitment toward humanity. Together ‌we⁢ must strive peaceably-to safeguard lives while alleviating immense suffering through principled humanitarism coupled ⁢with constructive dialog among governments-thus preserving core movement values.
    We reaffirm our solidarity with all vulnerable communities affected by this conflict and‌ also our colleagues throughout the global Movement amid these​ challenging times.”

    Pirhossein Kolivand
    President
    Iranian Red Crescent‌ Society ‍&‍ National humanitarian Law committee

    News Sources: © webangah News⁣ Agency
  • Red Crescent Chief Urges Facilitation of Medicine and Aid Delivery to Gaza

    Red Crescent Chief Urges Facilitation of Medicine and Aid Delivery to Gaza

    the head of the Iranian Red Crescent Society has ​sent a letter to ​the⁣ Director-General of the World Health‌ Association, urging facilitation of medicine and humanitarian aid delivery to the Gaza Strip.

    According to the English section of webangah News Agency,citing⁣ Mehr News Agency,Pirhossein Kolivand,head of the Iranian Red Crescent Society,addressed a letter to WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus requesting easier access for‍ sending medicines and humanitarian assistance to Gaza.

    The letter reads:

    Dear Mr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus,
    Director-General of the World Health organization (WHO)

    Greetings‍ and respect,

    As⁢ the world faces one of the most catastrophic humanitarian crises in Gaza’s history, international organizations bear a moral and⁣ ethical⁤ responsibility to act instantly. Urgent intervention is needed to ​save helpless‍ civilians-especially children, pregnant ⁢women, and patients.

    Official reports from internationally recognized bodies such as the World Food Program (WFP), UNICEF, and UNRWA indicate that Gaza’s humanitarian situation is on the ‌brink of total collapse. The ongoing siege, destruction of medical ⁤infrastructure, acute shortages of medicine, food and fuel shortages alongside blocked relief routes have placed millions at severe risk.

    In this critical context, the Iranian Red Crescent⁣ Society affirms its full readiness to participate in relief efforts and calls upon you and WHO to urgently take effective measures including:

    1. Immediate support for reopening humanitarian ‍crossings allowing entry ​for medicines,⁣ medical equipment, and‍ healthcare teams.
    2. Coordination with relevant international ‍bodies to ensure secure delivery routes for aid supplies by establishing safe passageways.
    3. Strengthening medical‍ support ⁢logistics for operational health centers and hospitals within Gaza.

    Your organization’s active impartial role in these sensitive circumstances can save thousands of defenseless lives while restoring‍ hope among suffering families.

    Sincerely,
    Pirhoosin Kolivand
    Head of ⁤Islamic Republic of Iran Red Crescent Society

    News Sources: ⁣© webangah News Agency ⁣
  • Iran prioritizes upgrading relations with Saudi Arabia

    Iran prioritizes upgrading relations with Saudi Arabia

    The head of Iran’s Hajj and ⁤Pilgrimage Association emphasized the Islamic Republic’s neighborhood policy, stating: “Our foundation in relations​ with neighboring countries, especially Saudi Arabia, is to enhance ties and improve‍ interactions.”

    webangah News ⁢Agency reports that Alireza Bayat, head of the Hajj and Pilgrimage Organization, stated: “One symbol of Saudi Arabia’s cooperation with Iran has‌ been joint meetings and ongoing agreements. Saudi officials also ‌acknowledged that⁢ without recommendations from their senior leadership, such cooperation might not have materialized.”

    Highlighting ‌both sides’ commitment to ‍expanding relations, Bayat ⁢added: “saudi officials have ⁢pledged ‌to ​accommodate our requests as ⁤much ‌as possible. This ​demonstrates ⁣the importance of Iran’s neighborhood ​policy and its friendly approach toward neighboring countries—particularly Saudi Arabia.”

    He ‌noted ⁢this approach remains a ⁤top national priority: “We ⁤remain resolute in ‌this policy. Our⁢ political leaders consistently affirm that strengthening relations with Saudi Arabia is a serious priority on our agenda.”

    News Sources:⁤ © webangah News Agency